How do I attach the vg-10 grip ?

[adzy]

Hi, I have a canon a2, and finally got a used vg-10 from keh today.

Question is how do I attach the bloody thing ?

 

I took off the round slotted thing which houses the electrical conn.,

but after that what ? I cant get it fixed. It seems to be getting

stuck at the tripod socket. How do I screw it in.

 

Thanks.

 

Azi

[PuppyDigs]

Don't force it or you'll damage the threads. For example, if the bolt enters at an angle you may cross-thread it if you use force. Carefully line up the bolt on the grip with the tripod socket and turn it clockwise to tighten. Of course, the controls must face towards the rear of the camera. If it won't start or jams after a few turns, the socket or bolt threads are damaged. If the damage is minor a tap set might fix the threads. Otherwise, the socket assembly can easily be replaced.

[adzy]

Ok it worked. Thanks Puppy Face. I didnt realise the bottom know was for turning the tripod screw and tightening it. :)

[jim_simon5]

I'm glad you already got the answer to your question. Truth is - you'll never take it off, the camera is that much better with the grip than without it. I would have had to think about how to do it, since I put mine on several years ago and it hasn't come off since!

Jim